Qibla direction in Chandigarh Union Territory
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Chandigarh Union Territory the qibla is towards the west: 263.25° from true north in Chandigarh. Across the region the bearing runs from 263.3° to 263.3°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. Each of its 2 cities has a qibla page with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Chandigarh Union Territory
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Chandigarh | 263.25° · west |
| Mani Majra | 263.32° · west |
All 2 cities in Chandigarh Union Territory
GeoNames (geonames.org), CC BY 4.0; Wikidata (CC0)
Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Chandigarh Union Territory?
Towards the west. In Chandigarh it is 263.25°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Chandigarh Union Territory lie between 263.3° and 263.3°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Chandigarh Union Territory?
Nearly, but not exactly. The qibla is the shortest path over the globe to the Kaaba, so the bearing changes a little from place to place. Use the page of your own city.
Can I use a compass with these bearings?
The bearings are measured from true north. A magnetic compass can be several degrees off depending on where you are, so check it with the sun method described on your city's page.